Whiz
/wɪz/noun
To move or go very fast, or a person or thing that is exceptionally skilled.
Did you know?Whiz is an onomatopoeic word, built from the sound of something zipping past, and its modern “expert” sense grew from the idea of someone moving or working with uncanny speed.
Etymological Timeline
17th Century
English
whiz
“A hissing, buzzing, or rushing sound; later, to move with a whizzing sound.”
19th Century
English
whizz
“A variant spelling used for the sound of rapid motion and for moving swiftly.”
19th Century
English
whiz
“To move quickly; also, a person who is exceptionally clever or skilled.”
Modern English
English
whiz
“A fast-moving thing or person, especially one who is highly skilled.”